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SN53 VHX

2003 Audi A3

Silver Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,488 mi
Last recorded112,488 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A392,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN53 VHX
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 112,488 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 107,770 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 103,140 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 100,076 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 98,257 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2021 98,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 96,176 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 93,772 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 91,946 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 14 Dec 2017 88,981 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 84,132 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 84,128 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 81,672 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 22 Dec 2014 78,797 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 78,758 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 75,233 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2012 69,639 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r brake binding slightly

n/s/r shocker dust cover missing

Fail 21 Nov 2012 69,638 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf wing damaged catching on door when opening

Pass 8 Dec 2011 60,966 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 60,963 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 51,983 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 40,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside tyre has sidewall damage

underneath of car has covers fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2008 33,698 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 26,875 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 20,836 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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SN53 VHX is a 2003 Audi A3 in Silver with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 92,659 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN53 VHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SN53 VHX?

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What year was SN53 VHX registered?

SN53 VHX is a 2003 Audi A3, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is SN53 VHX safe to buy?

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